Chennai, 7 August (H.S.): Former AIADMK MLA VR Karthik Thondaiman has lashed out at party leader Edappadi K Palaniswami, accusing him of enabling communal forces to gain ground in Tamil Nadu.

Thondaiman's remarks come after he joined the DMK in the presence of Chief Minister MK Stalin. The former MLA claimed that the AIADMK is drifting away from its core principles and supporting the growth of communal forces in the state.

Thondaiman's decision to join the DMK is seen as a significant blow to the AIADMK, which has been facing internal strife and rebellion. The party's alliance with the BJP has been a contentious issue, with many leaders and cadres expressing disapproval.

Thondaiman's comments reflect the growing discontent within the party, with many feeling that the leadership's decision to revive ties with the BJP is harming the party's prospects.

The DMK has been capitalizing on the AIADMK's internal troubles, with Chief Minister Stalin recently warning his party workers to bravely encounter communal bigots and hate mongers obstructing their path. The DMK's efforts to woo discontented AIADMK functionaries are likely to further weaken the opposition party.

Thondaiman's joining is a testament to the DMK's growing appeal, and the party is likely to leverage this momentum to strengthen its position in the state.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary